Lake Sumter State College

Overview

Lake Sumter State College, located in Leesburg, Florida, is a public college established in 1962, offering a range of associate and bachelor's degree programs. Its campuses, including the main Leesburg campus enveloped by natural Florida landscapes, present a serene, academic environment with the backdrop of classic Floridian architecture. Approximately 45 miles northwest of Orlando, Lake Sumter State College serves students in a tri-county area and proffers more personalized attention with its smaller class sizes and a broad acceptance policy. While the college does not provide on-campus housing, it does emphasize accessibility to education and flexible learning options for its diverse student body. Notably, the institution is recognized for programs in nursing and health sciences, as well as for its practical business administration courses. Lake Sumter State College does not have a major focus on intercollegiate athletics.

Lake Sumter State College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,506 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,954 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $3,292 plus fees of $0.